Financial Services and Technology Investment & Policy – Associate

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Financial Services and Technology Investment & Policy – Associate

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Financial Services and Technology Investment & Policy – Associate

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Analysts will be responsible for rigorously analyzing UK and EU policy to assist colleagues in creating unique investment ideas and conducting regulatory due diligence for private equity firms. Analysts will advise leading investors and corporates in the financial services, business services and technology sectors. They will interact with politicians, regulators and other policymakers in the UK, Brussels, and EU member states. The ideal candidate will have exceptional analytical skills, creativity, and a demonstrated interest in policy and financial markets.

Successful candidates are expected to have at least one year of analyst experience, which could include experience in equity research, policy analysis/policy, consulting, investment banking, or a related field. Current and former regulators or government employees (e.g. the UK’s FCA or equivalent EU member state authorities) are also highly encouraged to apply. A second (European) language is preferred but not essential.

Candidates Will Also Possess The Following Attributes

Intelligence and the ability to express opinions clearly
Creativity and the ability to see unique angles
Strong client servicing and interpersonal skills
An affinity for communicating clearly in both written and oral form
Judgment to discern good investment ideas from bad
Ability to self-motivate and work independently
Passion for combining policy and politics with investing

Education And Experience Requirements

Undergraduate or Masters degree
High academic achievement
1-3 years of policy or analysis experience, preferably in financial services or technology sectors.
Must be able to work in England without employer sponsorship
Offers are subject to background checks

Capstone is a leading policy analysis and regulatory due diligence firm with locations in Washington, DC, Houston, New York, Paris, London, and Mumbai. We advise institutional investors and corporations on how changes in state, federal, and international policy will impact investments. Capstone leads coverage of public policy investments affecting financial and business services, energy and environment, healthcare, TMT, and more. Our professionals analyze policy to uncover risks, opportunities, and, along the way, unique business and investment strategies for our clients. We live at the nexus of policy and investments.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time